The Philadelphia 76ers didn’t just pick up a win on Sunday afternoon, they watched star forward LeBron James etch his name even deeper into the NBA history books as they defeated the Indiana Pacers 131-124. James, at 41 years old, finished with 15 points and 11 assists, officially passing Hall of Famer Jason Kidd for the third-most career assists in league history. Yeah, you read that right. Forty-one.
Philly’s Offensive Firepower Is Legit
The Sixers, now rocking a stellar 11-3 record, absolutely showed off their offensive firepower in this game. Jaylen Brown led the charge, dropping a dominant 31 points in the victory. Tyrese Maxey wasn’t far behind, adding 27 points himself, showcasing why he’s such a critical piece of this squad. And it wasn’t just the big names doing work, either. Dean Wade and Anfernee Simons chipped in with 12 points each, proving this Philadelphia roster has serious depth. LeBron is clearly thriving as their facilitator, setting up Brown and Maxey for easy buckets all game long. What a treat to watch.
Pacers Couldn’t Keep Up, LeBron Still Flying
On the other side of the court, Pascal Siakam tried to keep the Pacers in it, matching Brown’s 31 points. But Indiana’s Achilles’ heel was their three-point shooting, hitting a dismal 25 percent from deep, going just 8-of-32. That’s rough, man. While Philly was humming, the Pacers just couldn’t find their rhythm from beyond the arc, and it ultimately cost them.
And let’s be real, LeBron isn’t just about the dimes, even at 41. The man proved he can still get above the rim and deliver those viral moments we all live for. The pure athleticism at his age is just insane, you gotta respect it.
After improving to a stellar 11-3, the 76ers are looking to extend their win streak to three games. They hit the road on Monday night for a matchup against the Brooklyn Nets, who currently sit at a struggling 3-9. Can they keep this momentum rolling and show the league that this early season form is absolutely for real? You bet your bottom dollar they’ll try.
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Originally reported by Bleacher Report.
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